2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Equus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |